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Gingivitis is a common dental problem that affects many people. In this article, we will provide simple and easy-to-understand explanations for various aspects of gingivitis, including its types, ...

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Tooth Decay

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Tooth decay, also known as dental caries or cavities, is a common dental problem that affects people of all ages. It occurs when the hard outer layer of your teeth, called enamel, is damaged due to ...

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Craniofrontonasal Dysplasia

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Craniofrontonasal Dysplasia (CFND) is a rare genetic condition that affects the development of a person's face and skull. In this article, we'll provide clear and simple explanations for various ...

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Oculo-Auriculo-Vertebral Spectrum (OAVS)

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Oculo-Auriculo-Vertebral Spectrum (OAVS), also known as Goldenhar syndrome, is a rare congenital condition that affects various parts of the body, including the eyes, ears, face, and spine. In this ...

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Ethmocephaly

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Ethmocephaly is a rare medical condition that affects the development of a baby's face and head. In this article, we'll provide you with a straightforward and easy-to-understand explanation of what ...

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Median Cleft Face Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Median Cleft Face Syndrome (MCFS) is a rare medical condition that affects the development of a person's face. In this article, we'll provide you with a simple and clear understanding of MCFS, ...

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Macrostomia

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Macrostomia is a medical term that describes a condition where a person has a larger-than-normal mouth opening. In this article, we will delve into the types of macrostomia, its potential causes, ...

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Microtia

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Microtia is a rare condition where a person is born with a smaller or underdeveloped ear. In this article, we'll break down what microtia is, its types, common causes, symptoms, diagnostic tests, ...

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Craniofacial Duplication

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Craniofacial duplication is a rare congenital condition where a person is born with duplications or abnormalities in the facial and cranial (head) features. In this article, we will break down the ...

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Parry-Romberg Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Parry-Romberg Syndrome, also known as progressive hemifacial atrophy, is a rare condition that primarily affects the skin, muscles, and tissues on one side of the face. While it may not be a widely ...

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Apert-Crouzon Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Apert-Crouzon Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects the development of a person's head and face. This article aims to provide a comprehensive yet simplified explanation of Apert-Crouzon ...

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Frontonasal Dysplasia

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Frontonasal dysplasia is a condition that affects the development of the face, particularly the nose and forehead. In this article, we'll explore the different types of frontonasal dysplasia, its ...

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Hemifacial Microsomia

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Hemifacial Microsomia is a rare condition that affects the development of one side of a person's face. In this article, we will explain the different types of Hemifacial Microsomia, explore its ...

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Craniofacial Microsomia

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Craniofacial Microsomia is a rare medical condition that affects the development of the head and face, leading to various physical abnormalities. In this comprehensive guide, we will break down ...

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Goldenhar Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Goldenhar Syndrome is a rare condition that affects the development of the face and spine. It can vary greatly in its presentation, causing a range of physical and sometimes internal issues. In this ...

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Pierre Robin Sequence

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Pierre Robin Sequence, often abbreviated as PRS, is a rare congenital condition that affects the development of a baby's face and airway. In simple terms, PRS can cause a baby to be born with a small ...

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Dental Abnormalities

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Dental abnormalities can affect anyone, and it's essential to understand the various types, their causes, symptoms, diagnosis methods, treatment options, and available medications. In this ...

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Prominent Lower Jaw

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

A prominent lower jaw, also known as a prognathic lower jaw or an underbite, is a condition where the lower jaw extends further forward than the upper jaw. This can lead to various dental and facial ...

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Small Upper Jaw /Hypoplastic Maxilla

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Hypoplastic maxilla is a medical condition where the upper jaw, known as the maxilla, does not develop properly. In this article, we will break down what hypoplastic maxilla is, explore its types, ...

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Craniofacial Malformations

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Craniofacial malformations are conditions that affect the structure and appearance of a person's head and face. These conditions can vary widely in their severity and can impact a person's physical ...

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Ocular Hypertelorism

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Ocular hypertelorism is a rare medical condition characterized by an unusually wide space between the eyes. In this article, we'll provide simple explanations for the definitions, types, causes, ...

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Midface Hypoplasia

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Midface hypoplasia is a medical condition where the middle part of the face does not develop properly. This can affect a person's appearance and, in some cases, cause breathing and eating problems. ...

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Turribrachycephaly

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Turribrachycephaly is a condition that affects the shape of the skull, making it shorter and rounder than normal. In this article, we will explore different aspects of turribrachycephaly, including ...

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What Is Pfeiffer Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Pfeiffer syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by abnormalities of the skull and facial (craniofacial) region and distinctive malformations of the fingers and toes (digits). Also known as ...

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Homozygosity

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Homozygosity is a term used in genetics to describe a condition where an individual has two identical alleles for a particular gene. Alleles are the different versions of a gene that can exist, and ...

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Umbilical Hernia

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Umbilical hernia is a common medical condition that occurs when part of the intestine or abdominal tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall near the navel ...

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Coxa Valga

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Coxa valga is a condition that affects the hip joint, leading to various complications and discomfort. In this article, we'll break down coxa valga into simple terms, covering its types, causes, ...

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Talipes varus

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Talipes varus, commonly known as clubfoot, is a congenital condition that affects the positioning of a baby's feet at birth. This condition can cause the feet to turn inward and downward, making it ...

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Clinodactyly

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Clinodactyly is a condition that affects the fingers or toes, causing them to bend or curve abnormally. It can be present at birth or develop over time. In this article, we'll explain clinodactyly in ...

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Camptodactyly

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Camptodactyly is a medical condition that affects the fingers or toes, causing them to bend abnormally. In this article, we will explore camptodactyly, its types, causes, symptoms, diagnostic tests, ...

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Postaxial Polydactyly

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Postaxial polydactyly is a condition where a person is born with extra fingers or toes on the outside edge of their hand or foot. This condition might sound complicated, but in this article, we will ...

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Preaxial Polydactyly

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Preaxial polydactyly is a condition where a person is born with extra fingers or toes on the thumb or big toe side of their hands or feet. In this article, we'll explore what preaxial polydactyly is, ...

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Hypoplastic Maxilla

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Hypoplastic maxilla is a condition where the upper jaw, known as the maxilla, is underdeveloped. This condition can lead to various issues, including dental problems and facial deformities. In this ...

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Hypoplastic Mandible

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Hypoplastic mandible, often referred to as a small or underdeveloped lower jaw, is a medical condition that can affect people of all ages. In this article, we will provide simple explanations for ...

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Epicanthal Folds

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Epicanthal folds are a common but often misunderstood physical feature, where the skin fold near the corner of the eye covers the inner corner of the eye. In this simplified guide, we will explain ...

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Intracranial Pressure

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Intracranial pressure (ICP) refers to the pressure inside your skull or cranium, where your brain is located. This pressure is usually stable, but when it rises, it can lead to various health issues. ...

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Hypoplastic Supraorbital Ridges

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Hypoplastic supraorbital ridges might sound like a complicated term, but we'll break it down for you in simple language. This condition refers to underdeveloped bony ridges above your eyes. In this ...

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Cloverleaf Skull Deformity

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Cloverleaf skull deformity, also known as Kleeblattschädel syndrome, is a rare congenital condition that affects the shape of a baby's skull. This deformity is characterized by a unique ...

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Kleeblattschadel Type Craniosynostosis

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Kleeblattschadel type craniosynostosis is a rare medical condition that affects the shape of a child's skull. In simple terms, it means that the bones in a baby's head fuse together too early, ...

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Supernumerary Teeth

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Supernumerary teeth are extra teeth that grow in your mouth, beyond the usual set of 32 teeth most adults have. They can vary in size and shape and may cause various dental issues. In this article, ...

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Supernumerary

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Supernumerary is a term used in medicine to describe something that is extra or additional. When it comes to health, supernumerary conditions can manifest in various ways. In this article, we will ...

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Cutaneous Syndactyly

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Cutaneous syndactyly is a medical condition where the skin between two or more fingers or toes is joined, causing them to appear fused. This condition can affect people from birth or develop later in ...

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Mc-Albright Syndrome (MAS)

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

McCune-Albright Syndrome (MAS) is a rare genetic disorder that affects different parts of the body. In this article, we'll break down the complex terminology and provide plain English explanations to ...

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Fibrous Dysplasia

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Fibrous Dysplasia is a rare bone disorder that affects the way bones grow and develop. In this article, we will break down everything you need to know about Fibrous Dysplasia in simple terms. We'll ...

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Sly Disease

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Sly Syndrome, also known as Mucopolysaccharidosis Type VII (MPS VII), is a rare genetic disorder that affects various parts of the body. In this article, we will break down what Sly Syndrome is, its ...

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What Is Maroteaux-Lamy Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Maroteaux-Lamy Syndrome, also known as mucopolysaccharidosis type VI (MPS VI), is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body's ability to break down and recycle certain types of sugar molecules. ...

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Morquio Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Morquio Syndrome, also known as MPS IV (Mucopolysaccharidosis IV), is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body's ability to break down certain substances. In this article, we'll provide simple ...

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Sanfilippo Disease

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Sanfilippo Syndrome, also known as Mucopolysaccharidosis III (MPS III), is a rare and devastating genetic disorder that affects the body's ability to break down certain molecules. In this article, we ...

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Hurler Disease

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Hurler Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects a person's ability to break down certain substances in the body. This article aims to provide clear and simple explanations for various aspects ...

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Spondyloepiphyseal Dysplasia (SED)

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia (SED) is a rare genetic disorder that affects bone growth and development. In this article, we will provide clear and concise explanations of the types, causes, symptoms, ...

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Campomelic Dysplasia

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Campomelic dysplasia is a rare genetic disorder that affects the development of bones and various parts of the body. In this article, we'll provide simple and clear explanations of Campomelic ...

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Atelosteogenesis

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Atelosteogenesis is a rare genetic disorder that affects bone development and growth in the body. It is categorized into different types, each with its own characteristics and severity levels. In ...

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Diastrophic Dysplasia

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Diastrophic Dysplasia, also known as diastrophic dwarfism, is a rare genetic disorder that affects bone and cartilage development. This article aims to provide a clear and concise explanation of ...

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Mucopolysaccharidoses

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) is a group of rare genetic disorders that affect how our body processes and stores certain sugars. These disorders can cause a range of health problems, and they are ...

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Ellis-van Creveld Syndrome

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Ellis-van Creveld Syndrome (EvC) is a rare genetic disorder that affects multiple parts of the body. In this article, we will break down what EvC is, its types, causes, symptoms, diagnostic tests, ...

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Thanatophoric Dysplasia

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Thanatophoric Dysplasia (TD) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the development of bones in unborn babies. This condition can have severe consequences, and it's important to understand its ...

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Hypochondroplasia

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Hypochondroplasia is a rare genetic condition that affects bone growth, resulting in shorter stature. In this article, we'll provide you with simple explanations for various aspects of ...

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Skeletal Dysplasia

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Skeletal dysplasia is a group of rare genetic disorders that affect the development and growth of bones and cartilage in the human body. In simple terms, it means that a person with skeletal ...

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Dysplastic Conditions

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Dysplastic conditions can affect various parts of the body and are characterized by abnormal growth or development. In this article, we will provide simple explanations for key terms, list common ...

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Craniofacial Asymmetry

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Craniofacial asymmetry refers to an imbalance or unevenness in the structure and appearance of the face and skull. This condition can affect people of all ages, from infants to adults. In this ...

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Brachycephaly

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Brachycephaly is a term used to describe a specific head shape characterized by a short and wide appearance. It can occur in infants, children, and adults and is often associated with various causes ...

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Anencephaly

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Anencephaly is a severe and rare birth defect that affects the development of a baby's brain and skull. In this article, we will break down what anencephaly is, its different types, potential causes, ...

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Treatments for Acrocephaly

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Acrocephaly is a condition that affects the shape of a person's skull. It can lead to various health issues and cosmetic concerns. In this article, we will provide simple, easy-to-understand ...

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Polydactyly

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Polydactyly is a condition that affects the fingers and toes, causing them to have more than the usual number of digits. It can occur in various forms and can be caused by different factors. In this ...

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Syndactyly

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Syndactyly is a condition that affects the fingers or toes, causing them to be fused together. In this article, we will provide simple explanations for various aspects of syndactyly, including its ...

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Acrocephaly

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Acrocephaly is a medical condition that affects the shape of the skull. In this article, we will provide simple explanations for various aspects of acrocephaly, including its types, causes, symptoms, ...

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Lambdoid Craniosynostosis

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Lambdoid craniosynostosis is a rare condition that affects the growth and shape of a child's skull. In this article, we will break down everything you need to know about this condition in simple, ...

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Metopic Craniosynostosis

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Metopic craniosynostosis is a condition that affects the skull's growth in infants and young children. In this article, we'll break down everything you need to know about metopic craniosynostosis in ...

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Coronal Craniosynostosis

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Coronal craniosynostosis is a medical condition that affects the skull of infants and young children. In simple terms, it means that the bones in a baby's head fuse together too early, before the ...

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Sagittal Craniosynostosis

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Sagittal Craniosynostosis is a condition that affects the shape of a baby's head. In this article, we will break down everything you need to know about Sagittal Craniosynostosis in simple terms. We ...

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Premature Closure of Fibrous Joints

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Premature closure of fibrous joints, also known as craniosynostosis, is a condition where the sutures (fibrous joints) in a baby's skull fuse together too early. This can lead to various problems as ...

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Acrocephalopolysyndactyly

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Acrocephalopolysyndactyly (ACPS) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the development of the skull, face, hands, and feet. It falls under a group of conditions called craniosynostosis syndromes. ...

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Rare Genetic Disorders

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Rare genetic disorders are a group of medical conditions caused by changes or mutations in our genes. These disorders affect a small percentage of the population and can lead to a wide range of ...

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Carpenter Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Carpenter syndrome belongs to a group of rare genetic disorders known as “acrocephalopolysyndactyly” (ACPS) disorders. All forms of ACPS are characterized by premature closure of the fibrous ...

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Tay-Sachs Disorder

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Tay-Sachs Disease, a rare genetic disorder, affects the nervous system and can lead to severe disability and early death. This article provides a simplified overview of the disease, including its ...

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Gaucher Syndrome

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Gaucher Disease is a rare genetic disorder that affects a person's ability to break down certain fatty substances in the body. In this article, we'll explore the different types of Gaucher Disease, ...

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Galactokinase Deficiency

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Galactokinase deficiency is a rare genetic disorder that affects the way the body processes galactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products. This condition can lead to a range of health issues if ...

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Cystinosis

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Cystinosis is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body's ability to process an amino acid called cystine. This buildup of cystine can lead to various health problems. In this article, we will ...

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What Is Hemochromatosis

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Hemochromatosis is a medical condition that occurs when the body absorbs too much iron from the food we eat. Iron is essential for our bodies, but too much of it can be harmful. In this article, we ...

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What Is Achondroplasia

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Achondroplasia is a genetic condition that affects bone growth, leading to short stature and various health challenges. In this article, we will explore the types of achondroplasia, its causes, ...

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Niemann-Pick Syndrome

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Niemann-Pick Disease is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body's ability to metabolize lipids, which are fats and cholesterol. This comprehensive guide will break down the disease into simple ...

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Recessive Genetic Disease

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Recessive genetic disorders occur when an individual inherits a non-working gene from each parent. If an individual receives one working gene and one non-working gene for the disease, the person will ...

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Verloes-Ackerman Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Verloes-Ackerman Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects multiple parts of the body. In this article, we will break down the key aspects of this syndrome, making it easy to understand. We ...

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Siemens Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Siemens Syndrome, also known as Siemens Disease, is a rare medical condition that affects a person's overall health and well-being. In this article, we will break down Siemens Syndrome into easily ...

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Baraitser-Brett Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Baraitser-Brett Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder, can affect individuals in various ways. This article aims to provide a simple and comprehensive overview of this condition, including its types, ...

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Whelan Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Whelan Syndrome is a rare medical condition that affects multiple aspects of a person's health. In this article, we will provide a clear and concise overview of Whelan Syndrome, breaking down key ...

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Varadi-Papp Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Varadi-Papp Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder, can be challenging to understand due to its complexity. In this article, we'll break down the key aspects of the syndrome in plain English, making it ...

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Thurston Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Thurston Syndrome is a rare medical condition that affects people in various ways. In this comprehensive guide, we'll break down Thurston Syndrome into simple terms to help you understand it better. ...

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Mohr-Majewski Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Mohr-Majewski Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects various aspects of a person's health and development. In this article, we will explore the types, causes, symptoms, diagnostic tests, ...

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Sugarman Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Sugarman Syndrome is a rare medical condition that affects a person's ability to process sugar properly in their body. This condition can have various types, causes, symptoms, and treatments. In this ...

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Mohr Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Mohr Syndrome is a rare genetic condition that affects a person's development, particularly the head and face. In this simplified guide, we'll break down the types, causes, symptoms, diagnostic ...

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Papillon-Léage Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Papillon-Léage Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects the skin, bones, and other parts of the body. In this simplified guide, we'll explain what this syndrome is, its types, causes, ...

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X-Linked Hypophosphatemic Rickets (XLH)

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

X-Linked Hypophosphatemic Rickets (XLH) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the bones and kidneys, leading to various health problems. In this article, we'll simplify complex medical jargon to ...

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Dominant Chondrodysplasia Punctata (CDPX1)

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

X-Linked Dominant Chondrodysplasia Punctata (CDPX1) is a rare genetic disorder that affects various systems in the body. This article aims to provide a simplified overview of CDPX1, covering its ...

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Coffin-Lowry Disease

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Coffin-Lowry Syndrome (CLS) is a rare genetic disorder that affects various aspects of a person's development. In this article, we will simplify the complex details of this condition to enhance ...

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Oral-Facial-Digital Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Oral-Facial-Digital Syndrome (OFDS) is a rare genetic disorder that affects various parts of the body, including the mouth, face, and digits (fingers and toes). This article ...

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Conradi-Hünermann Disease

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Conradi-Hünermann Syndrome, also known as Chondrodysplasia Punctata 2 (CDPX2), is a rare genetic disorder that affects various parts of the body. In this article, we will provide you with simple, ...

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Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Vitamin D-resistant rickets (VDRR) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the bones. In this article, we will provide simple explanations for various aspects of VDRR, including types, causes, ...

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Aicardi Disease

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Aicardi Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects mainly females. This article will provide simple explanations for the types of Aicardi Syndrome, its potential causes, common symptoms, ...

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Incontinentia Pigmenti (IP)

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Incontinentia Pigmenti (IP) is a rare genetic condition that affects the skin, hair, teeth, and sometimes other parts of the body. It mainly affects females, and it's caused by a mutation in the ...

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Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, often abbreviated as ADPKD, is a genetic disorder that affects the kidneys. In this article, we'll provide straightforward explanations for what ADPKD ...

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Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP)

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP) is a genetic condition that affects the colon and can lead to serious health problems if left untreated. In this article, we will explain FAP in simple terms, ...

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X-Linked Dominant Disorders

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

X-Linked Dominant Disorders are a group of genetic conditions that can affect both males and females, but they are often more severe in males. In this article, we will explore the various types of ...

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Autosomal Dominant Disorders

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Autosomal dominant disorders are a group of genetic conditions that can affect individuals when they inherit a specific gene mutation from just one parent. In this article, we'll explore the types, ...

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Dominant Genetic Disorders

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Dominant genetic disorders are a group of genetic conditions that can be passed down from one generation to the next. They occur when a person inherits a faulty gene from one or both parents, and ...

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Joubert Syndrome with Congenital Hepatic Fibrosis

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Joubert Syndrome with Congenital Hepatic Fibrosis (JS-CHF) is a rare genetic disorder that affects multiple systems in the body. It is characterized by a combination of brain and liver abnormalities. ...

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Alagille Syndrome

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Alagille Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects various organs in the body. This article provides straightforward explanations of Alagille Syndrome, including its types, causes, symptoms, ...

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Intrahepatic Bile Ducts Disease

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Intrahepatic bile ducts disease, often referred to as intrahepatic cholangiopathy, is a condition that affects the tiny tubes inside your liver responsible for carrying bile. Bile is a crucial ...

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Congenital Hepatic Fibrosis

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Congenital hepatic fibrosis (CHF) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the liver and can lead to various complications. In this article, we'll break down CHF into simple terms, discussing its ...

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Caroli Disease

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Caroli disease is a rare genetic condition that causes the bile ducts in the liver to be wider than usual. Widening (dilation) of the bile ducts in the liver (intrahepatic bile ducts) can cause bile ...

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Gamma-amino Butyric Acid (GABA) Transaminase Deficiency

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Gamma-amino butyric acid (GABA) transaminase deficiency is a rare genetic disorder that affects the brain's neurotransmitter system. In simple terms, it means the body has trouble regulating a ...

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Carnosinase Deficiency

Dr. Harun Ar Rashid, MD - Arthritis, Bones, Joints Pain, Trauma, and Internal Medicine Specialist

Carnosinase deficiency is a rare genetic condition that affects the body's ability to break down a substance called carnosine. In this article, we will provide a straightforward explanation of ...